Assistant Academic Counselor (2026-27)

Bay Area Church and Christian School•League City, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Academic Counselor supports the Academic Counselor in serving secondary students in grades 7-12 at Bay Area Christian School. This full-time, exempt role, based on a 10-month contract with some summer responsibilities, partners with faculty, administrators, and families to guide students in course selection, goal setting, academic achievement, and preparation for college or career pathways. The individual is expected to serve students and families with excellence, compassion, and integrity, supporting both academic success and spiritual development while ensuring smooth academic guidance operations. The role also involves maintaining accurate academic records, assisting with scheduling, and collaborating on academic intervention plans.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in School Counseling, Education, Psychology, or related field
Experience working with junior high and/or high school students
Strong organizational, communication, and data management skills
Demonstrated commitment to Christian faith and alignment with the school’s mission and statement of faith
Ability to reason logically and make sound decisions
Ability to consider alternative and diverse perspectives
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Ability to remain poised under all circumstances
Ability to interact effectively with people in a positive manner that engenders confidence and trust
Ability to complete assigned tasks without direct supervision
Ability to exercise independent judgment and make decisions
Ability to work with people beyond giving and receiving instructions; must be adaptable to performing under stress and when confronted with emergency situations
Ability to listen and respond to counsel
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
Ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis
Must be physically able to operate a variety of office equipment, including computers, copiers, phones, etc.
Must be able to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally; 10 pounds of force frequently; and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects
Perform repetitive motion, such as grasping, picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise utilizing finger dexterity
Must be able to regularly remain stationary and move around the classroom, lecturing and monitoring students
Must be able to regularly remain stationary at the computer, requiring repetitive finger movements and manual dexterity
Must possess the ability to observe details at close range required for viewing a computer monitor, preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, and reading
Must possess the ability to perceive sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction
Must possess the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and to make discriminations in sound
Must possess the ability to express ideas using the spoken word to convey instructions to students, parents, and other stakeholders accurately, loudly, and/or quickly

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in School Counseling or related field (or willingness to obtain during employment)
State certification or licensure
Experience with college admissions processes
Familiarity with private or Christian school settings
Experience working with student information systems

Responsibilities

Assist students in grades 7-12 with course selection and long-term academic planning
Monitor student academic progress and identify students in need of additional support
Process transcript requests and ensure accuracy through audits and graduation requirement checks
Assist with student scheduling, including course entry, adjustments, and distribution of schedules
Support dual credit students with scheduling and grade entry each semester
Collaborate with teachers and administrators to develop academic intervention plans
Support students transitioning from junior high to high school
Maintain accurate academic records and documentation in accordance with school policies
Support students and families in understanding graduation requirements
Assist with college and career exploration resources and programming
Provide guidance on college applications, timelines, and admissions requirements
Help coordinate standardized testing information (PSAT, SAT, ACT, etc.)
Assist with scholarship and financial aid information distribution
Support transcript requests and academic documentation as needed
Help junior high students develop study skills, organization strategies, and time management habits
Provide age-appropriate academic goal-setting guidance
Assist with transition preparation for high school course pathways
Communicate regularly with parents regarding academic planning and student progress
Participate in parent-teacher conferences as needed
Partner with faculty to identify trends in student performance and academic needs
Provide academic resource recommendations to families
Assist in developing and implementing school-wide academic counseling programs for grades 7-12
Support orientation events, course registration processes, and academic workshops
Maintain counseling materials, college and career resources, and student files
Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school events
Encourage students to view their academic growth as part of their spiritual development
Model Christian character and support the school’s mission and statement of faith
Participate in school chapel and faith-based initiatives as appropriate
Maintain confidentiality of student records in accordance with school policies and applicable regulations
Follow established procedures for data handling and communication